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Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.

Bible-based summer camp to set up at Austintown Elementary School

Falcon Camp is designed as an enrichment and nutrition program


Coordinated terror attacks by Islamic State kill at least 29 today

An attack at an Iraq gas plant killed 14


'Captain America' easily holds on to top spot at box office for second consecutive week

Some newcomers, however, did fare relatively well


Have a loved one hooked on heroin or opioids? Have antidote handy

That's a key message of a six-month awareness campaign in Ohio that starts Monday


Catholic Charities helped 33,645 people in Youngstown Diocese in 2015

Eighty-seven percent of them live below the federal poverty line


Hillary Clinton tries to clear obstacles in Ky., Ore. primaries this week

She hopes to eke out a win against Bernie Sanders in Kentucky but concedes Oregon to the independent senator


Vindicator receives 20 awards at annual Associated Press ceremony

Vindicator Editor Todd Franko has been named a director for the Associated Press Media Editors of Ohio


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Women of Distinction luncheon planned

Youngstown National Council of Negro Women will sponsor an award luncheon Saturday at Holiday Inn, Boardman.

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Kluber’s slide helps Twins snap skid

Bottom of Minnesota order produced


Vocalist in cabaret show at the DeYor

Vocalist in cabaret show at the DeYor Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Easy Street Productions’ cabaret


South Range faces state champs

Canton Central Catholic has top seed at Struthers district


Veteran actors look back on a TV classic "Roots" rewind

By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK ABC bosses weren’t sure anyone would watch.


A fresh look at Lincoln

A fresh look at Lincoln Associated Press NEW YORK Before Sidney Blumenthal was a White House


Concert will unite 250 choral singers for peace

By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Stambaugh Chorus has assembled 250 singers


IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO What: Giving Voice to Peace II, a choral concert with orchestra When: 7 p.m. Friday


GM Lordstown a part of the Valley’s story for 50 years

GM and UAW Local 1112 will host a 50th Anniversary Open House event at Lordstown Complex East Friday.

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"Wheels of Steel" exhibit showcases Valley car culture

Tyler History Center hosts car show.


Local NAACP chapter reluctantly endorses Youngstown Plan

The chapter president said state intervention is needed to correct the local school board’s failures.


UAW 1112 retirees talk life at Lordstown

More than 16 million vehicles have been produced in 50 years at the Lordstown plant.


Purple Cat clients celebrate prom

Purple Cat offers programs for adults with mental and physical disabilities.


Memorializing the forgotten

Tod Homestead Cemetery Association will be honoring 1,800 forgotten people


Cubs remain perfect against Pittsburgh

Arrieta fans 11; Rizzo drives in 4


Johnson driving for dominance at Dover

Rain wiped out qualifying for today’s race


Game 7 to determine Cavs’ next opponent

Toronto has home-court advantage on Miami


Keep your lawn green and use less water

As much as half of the water we use to irrigate our lawns and gardens is wasted because of runoff


Pagenaud expands IndyCar lead with 3rd consecutive victory

Hottest driver excelled at cold Indy


TNR for feral cats has its down sides

Opinion: By Donald K. ALLEN Special to The Vindicator Recent articles in the The Vindicator discuss the


Penguins, Lightning off to chippy start in East finals

Bolts’ Callahan won’t be suspended for hit on Letang


Dash to the finish nets Jones Xfinity cash bonus

Wallace finished a career-best second


Duke of GOP hazard

Opinion: Thousands of self-styled paragons of political and social virtue – Republicans – will descend on


Saturday on the links

Saturday on the links More pro golf results SYMETRA CLASSIC CHARLOTTE, N.C. Kendall Dye


TENNIS TUNEUP

Reigning champs repeat at sectional tournaments


Day survives TPC’s marathon challenge

Course conditions shifted dramatically once the rain stopped


Barb Wollitz triumphs at Bedford Trails

Frank Santisi has best round for Shooting Gallery at Firestone Farms


PUSKAS: Penn State’s response appalling

Blaming the messenger takes center stage


Karzmer: Fallout from Spieth’s collapse could linger

Meltdown at Masters was historic


Small-car deals abound as buyers shift to SUVs

Associated Press DETROIT Louis Cervi was looking to buy a small car for basic transportation,


publishers weekly best-sellers

publishers weekly best-sellers For the week ending May 8 HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “15th


BUSINESS DIGEST || BBB Torch Awards set for June 8

BBB celebrates businesses, leaders Poland The Better Business Bureau serving Columbiana,


Today’s entertainment picks:

Today’s entertainment picks: v Lindsay Renea Dance Theatre’s Celebrate Life concert, 4 p.m.: The


The Spring Trail Intrepid Challenge 25K is May 21 at Mill Creek Park.

The Spring Trail Intrepid Challenge 25K is May 21 at Mill Creek Park.


Saturday’s OTHER MLB GAMES

Saturday’s OTHER MLB GAMES Yankees 2, White Sox 1 NEW YORK Dellin Betances, Andrew Miller


Costs for long-term care keep climbing, study says

Associated Press Long-term care grew more expensive again this year, with the cost of the priciest


50 YEARS OF ROLLIN’ OUT CARS

Important moments in the General Motors Lordstown Complex’s 50-year history. February 1956: The


Transformers

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (TNS) When it comes to decorating your home, furniture is always top of


‘Healthy’ debate – FDA to reassess definition

Associated Press NEW YORK The Food and Drug Administration will reevaluate its definition of


Rescue Mission of MV honors 7 volunteers

Each received the Servant’s Heart award


Business owners want specifics on policies

Associated Press NEW YORK Small-business owners say it’s time the presidential candidates


LIMELIGHTS & CAREER PATHS

REALTY Real Living Volpini Realty Group recently announced that Jason Farulla joined the company


Clinton campaign tends to look a bit less exciting

Associated Press DES MOINES, Iowa Rock-concert rallies versus intimate town halls. Adoring


Playhouse's "Funny Thing" will leave you laughing

By Eric McCrea entertainment@vindy.com Tragedy? Who needs it? Let The Youngstown Playhouse make


Associated Press

Associated Press KABUL, Afghanistan Afghanistan is expected to finalize a peace deal with a


3 slain near beach in Acapulco

3 slain near beach in Acapulco MEXICO CITY Mexican authorities say three men were gunned down in


MILESTONES

MILESTONES DOCTORATE Physical therapy degree Craig Giambattista, formerly of Boardman,


Web ad slams Trump on taxes

Los Angeles Times (TNS) Hillary Clinton has joined a chorus of Democrats and Republicans who in


COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COUNTY COURTS

COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY New complaints Northern Hancock Bank and Trust Co. v. Jennifer


Associated Press

Associated Press SEATTLE Hundreds of climate activists marched Saturday to the site of two


Blood Drives

Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,


Parts of state Routes 165, 303 and 534 close Monday

Culvert and bridge replacement and bridge repair projects will close roads Monday.


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Hubbard school board, 5:30 p.m., work session followed by regular session at 7 p.m.


CREATING A BUZZ

Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO At the Clift Hotel in San Francisco, there are more than 370


Best apps for family stargazing

One of my all-time favorite movies is “Contact.” The movie, based on the book “Contact” by Carl


‘Steps of Change’ event is Saturday in Youngstown

Keynote speaker is Joseph M. Pinjuh, an assistant U.S. attorney


Woman running for bus is struck, killed

Associated Press COLUMBUS A woman has died after falling beneath the wheels of a bus in


YEARS AGO

Today is Sunday, May 15, the 136th day of 2016. There are 230 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED


Munnell Run Farm sets May events

Learn how to start a container herb garden Saturday


More than a race

By BETH J. HARPAZ AP Travel Editor INDIANAPOLIS It’s a big year for a big race. May 29 will


Indy 500 selling out area hotel rooms

Indy 500 selling out area hotel rooms INDIANAPOLIS The 100th running of the Indianapolis 500 is


For the week of May 15, 2016

Lyda A. Swift et al to Robert Montalto, Saint Ursula Drive, Canfield, $418,000. Brandon L. Bower


Bad news batters Olympics past, present, future

Associated Press LONDON Doping scandals. Bribery allegations. Fears about Zika. Political,


Support bill to let Ohioans die on own terms; cheers to Vindy and Bertram; clean up Market Street; LGBTs not born that way

Opinion: Support bill to let Ohioans die on their own terms Talking about death is difficult. As technology


Five stand out as possible running mate for Trump

Los Angeles Times (TNS) WASHINGTON Donald Trump has essentially seized the Republican


Ryan honors finalists in art competition

Ryan honors finalists in art competition YOUNGSTOWN U.S. Rep Tim Ryan of Howland, D-13th,


Births

Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Stacie Young and Roman Hernandez, Youngstown, boy, May


Youngstown schools CEO can tap KnowledgeWorks

Editorial: Four years ago, officials of a Cincinnati-based education- reform organization unveiled a plan for


The George Bellino Memorial Scholarship Fund Outing is May 20.

The George Bellino Memorial Scholarship Fund Outing is May 20.


Rescue yourself, child with sleep routine

Tribune News Service (TNS) Q. My daughter, who just turned 3, has a surge of energy after dinner


SPORTS digest

Sharon Speedway races washed out HARTFORD Heavy morning rains coupled with a forecast calling


COACHES brings burgers to Niles, Boardman

Patrick and Stacy Howlett have added two new restaurants to the Mahoning Valley.


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